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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 33 - 45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What argument does Usbek use as an example in letter 34?
(a) Argument about the birthplace of a Greek poet.
(b) Argument about the death of a king.
(c) Argument about the validity of humanism.
(d) Argument about the death of a French entrepreneur.

2. Who did Usbek leave in charge of his seraglio?
(a) Rustan.
(b) His son.
(c) His first wife.
(d) His chief eunuch.

3. How were the people of the society in letters 11 to 14 acting?
(a) In a way that benefited women.
(b) In a way that benefited only their own personal interest.
(c) In a way that benefited the ruling cast.
(d) In a way that benefited the greater good.

4. What is debated in different parts of the world according to letter 36?
(a) The power of kings.
(b) The rights of children.
(c) The rights of women.
(d) Slavery.

5. What are Usbek's feelings about his decision to leave?
(a) He is confident.
(b) He changed his mind.
(c) He is ill at ease.
(d) He didn't think about the consequences.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did the neighbors of the society described in letters 10 to 14 become jealous?

2. In the 1st letter, what is Usbek trying to explain?

3. Why did two men die when the women took a trip to the country?

4. Who are the gravest people according to letter 32?

5. What did Usbek uncover prior to his trip?

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